Library Aide

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POSITION SUMMARY: The Library Aide is an entry-level position responsible for returning materials to the shelves, maintaining order in the library collections, and assisting with behind-the-scenes tasks. Aides support the work of all departments by ensuring materials are accurately shelved and easy for patrons and staff to locate. This position is ideal for high school students or others looking to gain experience in a library setting.

I. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

1. Sort and shelve returned materials accurately by call number and format.

2. Shelf read and shift materials to maintain orderly and accessible shelves.

3. Pull items from shelves to fill hold requests, weeding lists, and for displays.

4. Assist with light cleaning, tidying of public areas, and resetting furniture. Contribute to keeping the library

clean, organized, and inviting.

5. Support staff with collection-related projects such as relabeling or organizing materials.

6. Help prepare rooms for programs or events as needed.

7. Run errands and transport materials between library areas.

8. Check work email each shift. Complete monthly cybersecurity training.

9. Support special projects and library programs as assigned.

10. Participate in library wide initiatives and promotional efforts, such as contributing to social media, newsletter content, or marketing campaigns as needed.

11. Attend appropriate meetings and trainings as assigned.

12. Work cooperatively with all staff.

13. Perform other related job duties as assigned.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 per week

Work Location: In person